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SC directs Himachal Pradesh High Court Collegium to reconsider elevation of 2 District Judges, says High Court CJ wrong in taking individual decision

The Supreme Court in the case Chirag Bhanu Singh v. State of Himachal Pradesh allowed the writ petition filed by two senior district judges from Himachal Pradesh wherein it is contended that the Himachal Pradesh High Court collegium ignored their merit and seniority while recommending names for elevation to the High Court.

Hidden perils of microplastics in our daily lives

In the modern era, where technological advancements have intertwined with daily life, the presence of plastic has become an undeniable reality.

FEMINISM: CLARIFYING MISCONCEPTIONS AND EMBRACING TRUE EQUALITY

There is miscommunication among new generations regarding what feminism means or being a feminist what does it show? The word “feminism” was first coined in 1837 by French philosopher Charles Fourier (as féminisme) and was used for the first time in 1890.

Wockhardt terms Congress party's allegations as 'completely baseless and misleading'

Mumbai-headquartered pharmaceutical and biotechnology company Wockhardt has categorically denied allegations labelled by the Congress party against the company.

Foreign exchange reserves. continue to rise hitting fresh high of $684 bn

India's foreign exchange reserves increased by $2.299 billion, reaching a fresh record high of $683.987 billion, during the week that ended on August 30, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India on Friday.

First silicon carbide manufacturing facility to be set up in Odisha

This development places India and the state of Odisha squarely at the forefront of the global power electronics market.

Govt evaluates 18 road projects under PM Gati Shakti for improved connectivity

The 78th meeting of the Network Planning Group (NPG) under the PM Gati Shakti initiative was held in New Delhi to assess eighteen crucial road infrastructure projects, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry said on Friday.

VIDEOCON SCAM: SC NOTICE TO CBI ON PLEA AGAINST HC ORDER ON KOCHHARS' ARREST

A bench of Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Sanjay Kumar sought a response from the Kochhar couple and Maharashtra on the appeal of the CBI.

PIL TO BAN NETFLIX SERIES 'IC 814: THE KANDAHAR HIJACK'

The PIL seeking direction to ban Netflix’s series “IC 814 The Kandahar Hijack” has been withdrawn from the Delhi High Court.

Ex-AAP minister Rajendra Pal Gautam joins Congress

Rajendra Pal Gautam, former Delhi minister and Seemapuri MLA, resigned from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Friday, stating his desire to focus on advancing social justice.

Delhi-NCR comes alive with Bappa Morya chants at pandals

As Ganeshotsav 2024 begins tomorrow (September 7), the festive spirit is already palpable across Delhi-NCR, with vibrant pandals ready to welcome thousands of devotees.

SC grants bail to former Bhushan Steel promoter in money laundering case

The Supreme Court on Friday granted bail to Bhushan Steel promoter Neeraj Singal in a Rs 46,000 crore money laundering case; however, it has taken a strong exception on economic offences as it noted that the economy was shaken due to the alleged offence.

Haryana assembly elections: Key meeting of Congress CEC underway in Delhi

A crucial meeting of the Central Election Committee (CEC) of the Congress party in the run-up to the Haryana Assembly elections commenced at AICC headquarters in Delhi on Friday.

Teacher accused of molesting 11-year-old student

A disturbing case of molestation has emerged from a government school in Sultanpuri, Delhi, where a 45-year-old teacher is accused of inappropriate behavior towards an 11-yearold girl.

Delhi police arrests 22-year-old with huge cache of illicit liquor

In a major crackdown on the long-standing illicit liquor trade, the Delhi Police nabbed a 22 year-old man named Santosh with a huge cache of illicit liquor with him.

Woman found dead, daughters crying; husband missing

In a shocking incident in North Delhi’s Wazirabad area, the body of a 27-year-old woman, identified as Parul Tiwari, was found inside her home on Thursday night.

Delhi Waqf Board money laundering case: Court extends ED custody

The Rouse Avenue court extended ED custody of AAP MLA Amanatullah Khan for 3 days in the Delhi Waqf Board money laundering case.

COURT DENIES BAIL TO WIFE OF SUSPENDED OFFICER IN SEXUAL ASSAULT CASE

The court highlighted concerns about potential witness tampering and the erosion of trust between families.

Riots conspiracy accused, Meeran Haider withdraws bail plea from Delhi HC

Delhi riots larger conspiracy case accused under Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, Meeran Haider on Friday withdrew his bail appeal from Delhi High Court in order to approach the trial court.

RAPE ON FOOTPATH IN BROAD DAYLIGHT SPARKS OUTRAGE

A purported video, shared widely on social media in which a woman is being raped on a public footpath in Madhya Pradesh’s Ujjain district has triggered outrage and a war of words between Congress and the ruling BJP.

Secessionist ideologue Sarjan Barkati files papers from Ganderbal seat

Jailed Kashmiri cleric Sarjan Ahmad Wagay on Thursday filed nomination papers for the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly polls from two seats, Ganderbal and Beerwah days after his candidature was rejected from another constituency.

Assam Police uncovers Rs 2,000-crore investment scam, 30 arrested

Assamese choreographer Sumi Borah under lens

ED busts whiskey ice cream racket in Hyderabad

In a bizarre incident, Hyderabad Excise Department has seized an ice cream parlour for selling whiskey-laced ice cream and arrested several individuals involved in the racket, police said on Friday.

38-year-old man held for raping minor student in Bhopal

A 38-year-old man was arrested for allegedly raping a 15-year-old schoolgirl in Bhopal, said a police officer on Friday.

TDP suspends MLA after woman leader accuses sexual assault

Telugu Desam Party (TDP) Andhra Pradesh state president Palla Srinivasa Rao on Thursday said that party chief Chandrababu Naidu will initiate further action against the party’s suspended MLA Koneti Adimulam after facing allegations of sexual assault from a senior woman leader.

'Kerala CM's office functioning like mafia': LoP Satheesan

Congress has intensified its protests in Kerala, demanding the resignation of Pinarayi Vijayan over allegations raised by Nilambur MLA PV Anwar against the chief minister’s Political Secretary P Sasi and Additional Director General of Police M R Ajith Kumar.

NAVY TEAMS RESCUE OVER 180 PEOPLE IN ANDHRA PRADESH

Flooding caused by cyclonic storm in Bay of Bengal has led to rising water levels at Prakasam Barrage

TN: School principal transferred following row over spiritual awakening classes

Principal of the Ashok Nagar Girls Higher Secondary School, R. Thamilarasi was transferred on Friday following a row over an NGO conducting ‘Spiritual Awakening Classes’ in the school. The principal has been transferred to Government Higher Secondary School, Kovilpathagai, Thiruvallur district.

Gujarat CM introduces planning regulations for gaming zones prioritising public safety

Following the growing trend of gaming activities as venues for recreation and leisure, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has introduced planning regulation of gaming activity areas in the Comprehensive General Development Control Regulations (CGDCR) as large crowds that often gather at game zones, said an official statement from CMO.

'India's peace cannot be disturbed under any circumstances': Rajnath

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday responded to his earlier statement that “Armed Forces need to be prepared for war”.